Is it necessary to reduce the moisture content of biomass to 5% or less before impregnating it with an activating agent for carbonization?

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I want to convert used coffee grounds into activated carbon through impregnation with acid and carbonization. Does the percentage of moisture in the used coffee grounds matter? Will it affect the carbonization and impregnation process?

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